When it comes to football, Cristiano Ronaldo is one name ruling the roost. But he has competition in this year's upcoming?Ballon d?r. The Real Madrid star himself feels that Lionel Messi and Neymar are his potential competitors when it comes to grabbing the prestigious award.
In an interview, he said, "Of course, it is always going to be a fight between [me and Messi]. I'm there along with Messi, Neymar, Lewandowski and Higuain. That kind of fighting and competition is healthy, and that is what motivates me, being better than them year after year. The best always try to compete with the best; it keeps you sharp. You know you can never lose focus because others will overtake you."
The four-time Ballon d?r winner is already a favourite as he's won the La Liga and UEFA Champions League this year.
His competitor, Lionel Messi, has only won the Copa Del Rey. Messi has won the title five times. If Ronaldo clinches the award this time around, he would get even stevens with the Barcelona superstar.